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historicism
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historicism
1. the belief that natural laws govern historical events which in turn determine social and cultural phenomena
2. the doctrine that each period of history has its own beliefs and values inapplicable to any other, so that nothing can be understood independently of its historical context
3. the conduct of any enquiry in accordance with these views
4. excessive emphasis on history, historicism, past styles, etc.


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The analytical focus on monuments is enriched by a look at the preservation and Heimat movements as well as historist architecture.
 
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